October 13, 2025 - City Council Meeting

The City Council of San Leandro held a meeting on October 13, 2025, primarily focused on discussing a draft residential rent stabilization ordinance. The presentation covered the background of the ordinance, public outreach efforts, and key provisions including rent caps, exemptions, and petition processes for rent adjustments. The council reviewed preliminary budget estimates for administering the program, with options ranging from a baseline service model costing approximately $1.4 million to a more enhanced program requiring additional staffing and higher costs. The discussion included potential fees for landlords, enforcement mechanisms, and the legal risks associated with means-tested rent stabilization. The council sought direction on specific policy questions such as maintaining a 5% rent cap and the possible addition of a consumer price index threshold. No formal votes or contract awards were reported during this session.